American Idol Review 4.28.09

Theme: The kids are singing standards from the Rat Pack era. Should be pretty exciting. I’m very disappointed that the 5 are not singing two songs each, as this is what most people assumed and how the show has gone in the past. But oh well. Here goes…

Kris Allen – “The Way You Look Tonight”: It was very nice to see him without his guitar tonight. As much as I love this kid, he was beginning to get a bit predictable. I’m glad he didn’t touch the arrangement really and just sang the song. He didn’t need to put his touch on this and get all cute with the guitar because this is standards week. Standards are standards for a reason. I digress. Overall I think he did a pretty good job. I’m not sure I loved it as much as some of the judges (i tend to agree with Simon), but overall it was a pretty good performance. There were a few rocky transitions in the vocals, but nothing that major. 

GCT Rating: 7/10

Allison Iraheta – “Someone To Watch Over Me”: This was fantastic and I completely disagree with Simon. I thought she sang her heart out on this one. It was nice to see a softer side of her and something a bit different. I am still constantly amazed at how good she is for just 17 (happy birthday Allison). 

GCT Rating:9/10

Matt Giraud – “My Funny Valentine” : I really thought Matt had some glimmers of hope with this one. There were parts of it that were absolutely fantastic and parts that were a bit of a mess. Overall I think he’s a fantastic singer and a great musician. He happens to be in one of the toughest seasons of Idol I’ve ever seen. He sang this well, but his shaky moments will probably hurt him tonight.  

GCT Rating: 7/10

Danny Gokey – “Come Rain Or Come Shine”: I think this is the moment Danny fans have been waiting for. He showed some personality and finally connected with a song he was singing. I have been finding him a bit boring since Hollywood week, but last night he really shined. I think he’s really trying to give Adam a run for the money. Overall a pretty great performance. 

GCT Rating: 8/10

Adam Lambert “Feeling Good”: You can take the boy out of the theatre, but you can’t take the theatre out of the boy! With Adam, we’ve come to expect theatrics and drama, something he always delivers. This is who he is and I love him for it. Was this his best performance? No. However, every time he’s on stage he delivers flawless vocals and a bit of originality. I really can’t see anyone beating him this year. 

GCT Rating: 8/10

My Order of Hotness:

1. Allison
2. Adam
3. Danny
4. Kris
5. Matt

Prediction for Bottom 3:

This is an extremely difficult week to pick someone for the bottom tier. I’m not even sure, if because there are only 5 left if they’ll do the bottom three. But if so, I’m going to venture a guess and say Matt, Allison and Kris. I think Danny and Adam have momentum on their side. That being said, I think it’s pretty clear that Matt will go home this week. He has avoided elimination for weeks but it doesn’t seem likely he’ll stay. He did well last night, but the competition is just too tough. I love him, will miss him and appreciate Kalamazoo representing! But who knows, maybe we’ll get a shocker…